Project Management & Planning Operations Supv - L3

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking a Flight Training Device Lead to manage AIR5428 FTD/LE maintenance and operations at RAAF East Sale, VIC, ensuring compliance with MMP-S, ISMP-S and LM value streams. You will lead maintenance teams, coordinate training, and oversee subcontracted activities in a safety‑driven, regulated environment.

Applicants must be Australian citizens eligible for Defence security clearances.

Qualifications

• Extensive simulator and electronics-based maintenance experience.
• Proven ability to deliver structured operational plans.
• Ability to manage stakeholders across sites in fast-paced settings.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Execute Maintenance Manager delegation under the LMA Maintenance Support Policy.
• Ensure maintenance activities and approved modifications comply with technical documentation/directives.
• Manage MCAM requirements, training, assessments and qualification records.
• Coordinate recruitment, training, performance management, work allocation and recognition/disciplinary actions.
• Maintain a safe, organised and compliant workplace in line with WHS policy.
• Apply asset management principles to maintain FTD/LE configuration.
• Oversee subcontracted maintenance activities to ensure compliance with procedures and qualified personnel requirements.

Skills

Simulator maintenance

Electronics operations

Operational planning

Stakeholder mgmt

Leadership and mentoring

Configuration management

MS Office

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

The Opportunity

Eligibility:

Applicants must be Australian citizens and be eligible to obtain and maintain an active Australian Government Defence security clearance at the level required for the position.

The primary responsibility of the Flight Training Device Lead is to successfully lead,manage and deliver AIR5428 FTD/Learning Environment (LE) maintenance and operations at RAAF East Sale in accordance with the Maintenance Management Plan - Services (MMP-S), Integrated Services Management Plan – Services (ISMP-S) and LMA Value Stream process suite.

Key Responsibilities

• Executing Maintenance Manager delegation under the LMA Maintenance Support Policy
• Ensuring maintenance activities and approved modifications comply with technical documentation/directives
• Managing Maintenance Competency Authorisation Matrix (MCAM) requirements, training, assessments and qualification records
• Coordinating recruitment, training, performance management, work allocation and employee recognition/disciplinary actions
• Maintaining a safe, organised and compliant workplace in line with WHS policy
• Applying asset management principles to maintain approved FTD/LE configuration
• Overseeing subcontracted maintenance activities to ensure compliance with approved procedures and qualified personnel requirements

Essential Experience

• Extensive experience in simulator and/or electronics-based operations and maintenance
• Proven ability to implement structured operational plans to meet maintenance, operational and quality objectives
• Strong understanding of engineering, finance, commercial, support and quality functions
• Experience managing stakeholders across multiple sites in fast-paced, complex environments
• Strong leadership, mentoring and team development capability within maintenance environments
• Experience operating within configuration-controlled regulatory frameworks
• Intermediate MS Office and relevant software skills

Desirable

• Project maintenance support experience

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

Veteran Friendly Workplace

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government.

Equal Opportunity

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.